The Watson Clinic Center for Research is proud to take part in an exciting new clinical…
Month: July 2021
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Foundation Fall Management Training Registration Is Open
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Foundation recognizes the need for its members to identify high-potential future…
Polk Fire Chaplains Assist in Miami Condo Recovery Mission
Polk County Fire Rescue’s chaplains are assisting first responder crews in the Surfside Condo recovery mission…
Stormy Monday
Written By Omar Gonzalez The National Weather Service has upgraded our area of central Florida for…
Sewer repairs Texas Avenue
The City of Lakeland Water Utilities Wastewater Collection Division will need to close a portion of…
Mr. and Mrs. Crab, Lakeside Village Review
Written by Robert Young Just finished my $21 fried seafood combo served in a cardboard basket…
Tampa Bay Business Journal Explores Lakeland’s Growth
Tampa Bay Business Journal launched its first Lakeland edition today. The Journal is focusing on the…
The city of Lakeland is hiring ….
Looking for work? Join #TeamSwan! We’ve got LOTS of full and part-time job openings right now.…
Billionaire Richard Branson reaches space
Swashbuckling entrepreneur Richard Branson hurtled into space aboard his own winged rocket ship Sunday, beating out…
City of Lakeland Water Utility offers a number of rebates and incentives
Did you know that your City of Lakeland Water Utility offers a number of rebates and…
Applications are now OPEN for the 2021 Lakeland Christmas Parade
The Lakeland Christmas Parade is approaching quickly with float applications available now. Float-ers have until Sept.…
National Kitten Day
In celebration of National Kitten Day here are a few of our kittens we now have…
Saturday Outlook
Written by Omar Gonzalez Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach the 90s today, with the heat…
CYCLEdelic Spin Center opens today
CYCLEdelic is located at 3505 Cleveland Heights Blvd –you can’t miss their huge sign. CYCLEdelic is…
Polk County COVID-19 cases spike as vaccination rates slowing down
Florida’s new COVID-19 cases have risen dramatically over the past week, and Polk County is no…
Dozens of tires dumped into Lake Parker – right in front of Lakeland fire training facility
Someone illegally dumped at least 48 tires into Lake Parker just across the street from the…
Fleur Bistro will be reopening later next week
New Opening Late Next Week. Fleur Bistro, South Lakeland 4525 South Florida Avenue Lakeland, FL 33813,…
Lakeland Fire Department rescue boat towing and operation training
There are 554 lakes in Polk County — 38 positioned within #Lakeland city limits, making rescue…
BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT CITY HALL
With pollinators in a serious decline, it is more important than ever for people to take…
Bigfoot believers to gather at RP Center to discuss reported sightings
Is Bigfoot more than a myth? True believers are meeting in Lakeland this weekend to share…
Increased fighter jet noise on Saturday, July 10th
Lakeland Linder International Airport —— Residents in the vicinity of Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) should…
Sheriff Judd: Does Congress Really Want Police Reform?
One of the most talked-about issues in the United States over the past year is police…
SIGN CODE ENFORCEMENT TO RESUME STARTING AUGUST 1ST
In March 2020, in direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its effect on local businesses,…
‘Shazam’ Hollywood Stuntman Opens 2 Businesses Serving Lakeland
A Hollywood stuntman who has performed in many movies — including “Avengers: End Game” and “Fear…
Upcoming Lakeland Chamber Events
Biz & Brew @ Cob & Penn – Free to Attend for Chamber and EMERGE Members &…
Our rain chances
Written by Omar Gonzalez Beautiful start to our day, with highs near the 90s across Central…
Japan bans fans at Tokyo Summer Olympics venues due to COVID-19 virus
Fans will be banned from Tokyo-area stadiums and arenas when the Olympics begin in two weeks,…
How much does Lake Wales Charter force families to pay School Board Chair Lori Cunningham’s business?
Where is the transparency???? Written by Billy Townsend In my time on the Polk County School…
Four men and a woman from Lakeland arrested for Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol
Four men and a woman from central Florida assaulted police for hours on Jan. 6, according…
Bud Light giving away a free 12-pack to fans in Florida to celebrate the Lightning Stanley Cup win
To celebrate the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Stanley Cup win, Bud Light is giving away a free…
MY Shower Door signs Peter Simmons III, University of Michigan football rising freshman, to an Endorsement deal
Company first in FL to sign college athlete since new NCAA rule was announced One of…
Heavy rain causes major overflow of the sewer system in South Lakeland
Heavy rain from then-Hurricane Elsa caused a manhole to overflow in South Lakeland about 5 a.m.…
Clean Comedy Night in Lakeland’s Polk Theatre
Get your tickets NOW…SEATING IS LIMITED! Clean Comedy Night in Lakeland’s Polk Theatre, Thursday, July 22nd!!!…
Polk County Public Schools will offer two learning options for students.
Polk County Public Schools is finalizing plans for the 2021-22 school year and will offer two…
Bridge Replacement Project to Close Walk-In-Water Road in Lake Wales for Three Months Starting Monday
A $1.63 million Polk County project to replace the Walk-In-Water Road Bridge over Tiger Creek in…
Good riddance Elsa!
Written by Omar Gonzalez Elsa ran into unfavorable atmospheric conditions as she was centered just off…
DeSantis suspends Lake Wales City Commissioner Kristen Fitzgerald after arrest
Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended a Lake Wales city commissioner Wednesday, more than a month after her arrest. Per…
Snowcat Ridge, Florida’s first snow park, to have new attractions for the 2021 season
Snowcat Ridge Alpine Snow Park is preparing for its upcoming winter season. The park opened last…
Haiti in upheaval: President Moïse assassinated at home
A squad of gunmen assassinated Haitian President Jovenel Moïse and wounded his wife in an overnight…
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce ATHENA Nomination deadline
ATHENA Nomination deadline is July 9th! The ATHENA Award Program is designed to honor women and…